Steeplechase
Strong schools draw families here
Median $885K·Walkability 3.5/10·Schools 9.0/10
When you pull into Steeplechase, you notice the space first—wide lots that breathe, each averaging nearly an acre, spread across 18 acres of land that feels genuinely removed from the bustle. The homes here run around $806K, and the scale of the property reflects that investment: there's room to think, room to move around without feeling pressed against your neighbors. An unnamed park sits about a 7-minute walk away, and there are two parks within a mile if you're looking for somewhere to spend an afternoon. The nearest coffee shop and restaurant are about 2.7 miles down the road—close enough for a quick trip but far enough that you're not hearing traffic from your porch. Downtown Grand Rapids is roughly 19 minutes away, which means you can be in the thick of things on a Saturday night without living in the thick of things on a Tuesday morning. The Forest Hills Public Schools district serves the area, and if you're into the water, the Knapp Street Bridge Launch is 2.4 miles away—perfect for anyone with a boat or just the urge to be on the water. This is the kind of place where you get acreage without complete isolation, nestled in the Cannonsburg Rd & Myers Lake Ave Area just outside the city's reach.
Why people love it here
$885K median
- Based on 3yr sales
Park-rich area
- 10 parks within 1 mile
- Unnamed park: 5 min walk
- Sunflower Ridge Trail: 14 min walk
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Median home price in Steeplechase
Estimated Monthly Payment
$6,008/mo
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Based on 1 rated school nearby
School District: Forest Hills Public Schools
Median Sale Price
$885K
Based on 3yr sales
Units
9
Complex Size
18.1 ac
9 units
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Unnamed park
0.3 mi
Parks Nearby
10
within 1 mile
Walkability
Limited
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
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+1 more
The Cedar Lounge
Itsy Bitsy Play Cafe
Wild Bill's Tobacco
Unnamed park
Unnamed playground
Versluis Lake
+1 more
Unnamed beach
Sunflower Ridge Trail
dog_park
Triple Connector (West)
Knapp Street Bridge Launch
Orangetheory Fitness
Walgreens
KDL - Plainfield Township Branch
daycare
Celebration! Cinema North
Crime in Steeplechase is reported at the city level, not the neighborhood level. The FBI doesn't publish reliable crime rates for individual neighborhoods, and within any community crime varies street to street. For an accurate, comparable picture, see the jurisdiction-wide figures for Kent County.
Kent County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Steeplechase home (around $885,000) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $157k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $5,886 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $5,886/mo | $156,970 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $6,777/mo | $180,722 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $7,075/mo | $188,664 |
Estimates use a 6.49% 30-year fixed rate (current Freddie Mac average), an aggressive ~45% housing-to-income ratio (roughly what FHA underwriting can allow for a buyer with no other monthly debts — your number depends on your debts and credit), this area's median sale price, plus estimated insurance and PMI below 20% down. Not a commitment to lend, and not an APR — your actual rate and payment will vary.
Association and local-government details are compiled from public records, municipal sites, and state registries, and can change. Confirm directly with the association or municipality before relying on them.
Solar potential
~$880/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,418 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
Private well (limited municipal water)
Largely rural on private well; utility billing 616-874-6966.
North Kent Sewer Authority (serviced areas); septic rural
Member of North Kent Sewer Authority (PARCC Side Clean Water Plant) with Rockford/Alpine/Courtland/Plainfield; rural on septic.
Resident-arranged private hauler
Services for Cannon · Source: cannontwp.gov
Utility, solar, and service details for Steeplechase are compiled from public records, municipal sites, and NREL / U.S. data.gov, and can change. Electric/gas can vary by address — confirm with the provider before relying on them.
🛒 Grocery(9)
+6 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(11)
The Cedar Lounge
Restaurant
China Kitchen
Restaurant
Jet's Pizza
Restaurant
Poke Toki
Restaurant
+6 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(11)
+8 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(13)
LiveGolf Studios at Thousand Oaks Golf Club
Bar
The Acorn Grille at Thousand Oaks Golf Club
Bar
Reds at Thousand Oaks
Bar
+10 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(18)
+13 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(6)
YogaSix
Fitness Center
Fitness Center
Orangetheory Fitness
Fitness Center
+3 more within 5 miles
🌳 Parks(8)
+5 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(1)
Dog Park in Celadon New Town Residential
Dog Park
🚴 Trails(5)
Triple Connector (West)
Bike Path
Triple Connector (East)
Bike Path
East Pond Plummet
Bike Path
+2 more within 5 miles
⛵ Boat Launches(2)
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
🚌 Transit(8)
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
+5 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(1)
Tutor Time on Grand Ridge Drive
Childcare Center
📚 Libraries(1)
KDL - Plainfield Township Branch
Frequently asked about Steeplechase
- What do homes cost in Steeplechase?
- The median home value in Steeplechase is about $885,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- What schools serve Steeplechase?
- Steeplechase is served by Forest Hills Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Crestwood Elementary School (9/10).
- Is Steeplechase walkable?
- Steeplechase scores 3.5/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.